Leading Lads: Rafael Rios

Leading Lads: Rafael Rios

RAFAEL RIOSOwner/Executive Chef, Yeyo’s El Alma de México Rafael Rios was born in Tulare, California, raised in Mexico, and now proudly calls Northwest Arkansas home. After serving in the U.S. Army, Rafael retired in 2012 and planted roots in NWA with his family. His...
Leading Ladies: Sarah Hood

Leading Ladies: Sarah Hood

SARAH HOODVice President, Account Leadership, Saatchi & Saatchi X Sarah Hood grew up as an “Army brat,” moving often and never having a simple answer to the question, “Where are you from?” But for the last 25 years, Fayetteville has been home — something her...
Leading Lads: Tyler Lehr

Leading Lads: Tyler Lehr

TYLER LEHRSenior Vice President, Fresh and Adult Beverage, Sam’s Club Tyler Lehr is a 38-year associate at Walmart. He and his wife, Mary, have two children, Sydney and Elliott, and a granddaughter named Rosie. Their dogs — McGregor, Stella, Tic and Chester — keep...
Leading Ladies: Tasha Tandy

Leading Ladies: Tasha Tandy

TASHA TANDYSenior Vice President – Merchandising, Chilled, Alcohol, Convenience, Walmart U.S. Tasha Tandy always says she’s from Texas. She lived in Texarkana, Texas, from childhood until her early 20s, but she was actually born in Hot Springs. In Northwest...
Vendormint welcomes Colton Dillard as new SVP of Client Services

Vendormint welcomes Colton Dillard as new SVP of Client Services

Vendormint is proud to welcome Colton Dillard as its new SVP of Client Services. Colton joins Vendormint from Walmart, where he most recently served as Senior Merchant over the Frozen Snacks & Appetizers business. Prior to Walmart Merchandising, he founded and led...